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UK school holiday dates 2025

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Planning a family holiday? Knowing the UK school term dates for 2025 and early 2026 can help you find the best time to travel without missing school days. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of school holiday dates across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

UK school holiday dates 2025

When are the UK school holidays in 2025 & early 2026?

School holiday dates vary by region, but most schools follow this general pattern:

  • Christmas holidays: Late December 2024 – early January 2025
  • February half-term: Mid-February 2025
  • Easter holidays: Early to mid-April 2025
  • May half-term: Late May – early June 2025
  • Summer holidays: Late July – early September 2025
  • October half-term: Late October 2025
  • Christmas holidays: Late December 2025 – early January 2026

Exact dates can vary between schools, so it’s always best to check with your child’s school or use the links below for official term dates.

England school holiday dates 2025

HolidayDates
Christmas holiday21 Dec 2024 – 3 Jan 2025
February half-term17 Feb – 21 Feb 2025
Easter holiday4 Apr – 18 Apr 2025
May half-term26 May – 30 May 2025
Summer holiday23 Jul – 1 Sep 2025
October half-term27 Oct – 31 Oct 2025
Christmas holiday22 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026

Scotland school holiday dates 2025

HolidayDates
Christmas holiday20 Dec 2024 – 6 Jan 2025
February break17 Feb – 18 Feb 2025
Easter holiday4 Apr – 21 Apr 2025
Summer holiday27 Jun – 18 Aug 2025
October break13 Oct – 24 Oct 2025
Christmas holiday19 Dec 2025 – 5 Jan 2026

Scottish school holidays may vary slightly between council areas, so check with your local council for exact dates.

Wales school holiday dates 2025

HolidayDates
Christmas holiday20 Dec 2024 – 6 Jan 2025
February half-term17 Feb – 21 Feb 2025
Easter holiday4 Apr – 18 Apr 2025
Summer holiday23 Jul – 1 Sep 2025
October half-term27 Oct – 31 Oct 2025
Christmas holiday22 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026

Northern Ireland school holiday dates 2025

HolidayDates
Christmas holiday23 Dec 2024 – 6 Jan 2025
Mid-term break13 Feb – 14 Feb 2025
Easter holiday17 Apr – 25 Apr 2025
Summer holiday30 Jun – 29 Aug 2025
Christmas holiday22 Dec 2025 – 2 Jan 2026

For the latest updates, visit the Department of Education NI.

Find your local school holiday dates

For the most accurate term dates, check with your child’s school or visit your local council’s school holiday page.

Best time to book a family holiday in 2025

School holidays are peak travel periods, meaning prices are often higher. To save money:

  • Book flights and hotels well in advance
  • Consider travelling just before or after peak school holiday dates
  • Check alternative airports for better deals
  • Choose destinations where the local holiday season doesn’t match UK school breaks

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